Shermanator

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Hahahaha
 
Well Maryland isn't much better. I live currently 5 minutes from Cecil County Dragway and well its a ****hole here...in the past week or two we've had 3 homicides in the area. The county is in the top 12 in US for drugs also.
 
I moved to work at APG...From November 2010 till November 2015, I've been through 3 different jobs because of contract bull with the DOD.  
 
The personal income taxes are about $2400 more a year in MD vs NJ (almost makes up the difference in property taxes!), gas is more expensive, it takes 30 minutes one way to get to anything and its not a convenient distance to the beach either.
 
It also helps that my wife is making 20K more a year (and will make even more then that down the road) in NJ vs what she's doing now, doesn't have to travel to DE or PA for work (plus tolls/gas), so that will save more $ there
 
We'll also be close to friends and Family when we move back to, which was a pain in MD since we were "only" 2 hours, so our weekends were shot if we came up to do something.
 
So yea, people talk alot of **** about NJ, but we missed it (since we where born and raised there)

I got this and the new tire dressing a few weeks ago and finally got around to using it today. I have the original 3 piece wheel woolie and the original Turbo stick, but this new wheel woolie blows them away when cleaning the wheels on my SHO. The SHO wheels have these shallow black cut outs on the wheels that where a pain to clean because of the shape, but with the new wheel woolie with its 45 degree bend on it, its snap cleaning them up now...stupid how something like that makes all the difference in the world!
 
The new Tire Dressing is really nice too...wasn't a huge fan of VRT on tires, but the new Tire Dressing  gives that nice shiny black look I'm used to with other products I've used over the years....hopefully with out the product slinging all over the side of the car (I haven't driven my car anywhere besides back into the garage since application)
 
 

I got this and the new tire dressing a few weeks ago and finally got around to using it today. I have the original 3 piece wheel woolie and the original Turbo stick, but this new wheel woolie blows them away when cleaning the wheels on my SHO. The SHO wheels have these shallow black cut outs on the wheels that where a pain to clean because of the shape, but with the new wheel woolie with its 45 degree bend on it, its snap cleaning them up now...stupid how something like that makes all the difference in the world!
 
The new Tire Dressing is really nice too...wasn't a huge fan of VRT on tires, but the new Tire Dressing  gives that nice shiny black look I'm used to with other products I've used over the years....hopefully with out the product slinging all over the side of the car (I haven't driven my car anywhere besides back into the garage since application)
 
 

My other hobby is building models, and a guy I know made a paint drying booth out of a food dehydrator. I was working on my Fiancee's Escape all week with the new 2 step Microfiber pads and I decided I better clean them before I used them again tomorrow on my SHO to finish that up. 
 
Anyways, I knew if I let them air dry, they wouldn't be ready for me in the AM after breakfast. Then the light bulb went off...I decided that I'd try putting them into my paint drying booth I made from a food dehydrator...basically its a crate that has painters tape covering up most of the holes on it, a USPS box with circle cut out to fit the top the dehydrator into. The dehydrator is basically a hair dryer and it raises up the temp inside the box to about 125 degrees and dries out whatever water is in the air also. its also not hot enough to damage the pads either.
 
I cleaned the microfiber pads with some APC (which is also a great paint stripper for acrylic model paint) and water. I wringed them out the best I could then placed them inside the paint drying booth on top of a small plastic cup so air could circulate around them. I left them in there for about 2 hours and when I took them out they where just about completely dry. 
 
I'll post some photos of my setup later today (its after midnight now) if your interested, but this is the food dehydrator I'm using:

http://www.amazon.com/Nesco-FD-37A-American-Dehydrator-400-watt/dp/B00CS5ZI6G/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1379132218&sr=8-3&keywords=food+dehydrator
 
I'm just using the white thing on top, and got rid of the rest of it since I'll never make jerky or whatever with it..
 
 

Soon guys... soon! 
 

You're very welcome! We try to take care of everyone any way we can.

I have a dustbuster that must have the same electric motor as the Blaster Side kick...when you turn it on you can actually feel the torque from it spinning! 

I got an Adams Blaster Sidekick Dryer when it was on the daily special a few weeks back and finally got around to using it yesterday. I got it mostly to dry off the rims on my SHO, which are a gloss black color and I wanted to cut down on the amount of swirls as much as possible...but its awesome for just helping drying the car off when you use a great white towel along with it. Makes getting water out of the cracks and around emblems so easy!
 
 

I got an Adams Blaster Sidekick Dryer when it was on the daily special a few weeks back and finally got around to using it yesterday. I got it mostly to dry off the rims on my SHO, which are a gloss black color and I wanted to cut down on the amount of swirls as much as possible...but its awesome for just helping drying the car off when you use a great white towel along with it. Makes getting water out of the cracks and around emblems so easy!
 
 

I got an Adams Blaster Sidekick Dryer when it was on the daily special a few weeks back and finally got around to using it yesterday. I got it mostly to dry off the rims on my SHO, which are a gloss black color and I wanted to cut down on the amount of swirls as much as possible...but its awesome for just helping drying the car off when you use a great white towel along with it. Makes getting water out of the cracks and around emblems so easy!
 
 

I got an Adams Blaster Sidekick Dryer when it was on the daily special a few weeks back and finally got around to using it yesterday. I got it mostly to dry off the rims on my SHO, which are a gloss black color and I wanted to cut down on the amount of swirls as much as possible...but its awesome for just helping drying the car off when you use a great white towel along with it. Makes getting water out of the cracks and around emblems so easy!
 
 

The web site used to have the setting for the Flex for each polish. Now that the 2 step is out I don't see the speed ratings anymore.

Well forum friends, as promised the Cyclo and the 4" microfiber pad systems will be making their debut tomorrow! After working with this tool extensively over the past few months, fitting it with our 4" plates, and testing it with the new polishes, foam pads, and microfiber pads we're very excited to see it finally made an official part of the Adam's line. 
 


 
Some of you may have heard, the long tenured Porter Cable has reached the end of its run with us. Production of the tool has begun to shift to China, meaning we will no longer be offering the tool... BUT DON'T WORRY! We will continue to support the PC with pads, plates, and products compatible with it as it is still the most widely sold and used tool in the history of the polishing business. If you purchased your Porter Cable thru us we will continue to honor the lifetime warranty as well. 
 
With this launch we finally also get to reveal the entire updated machine polishing video. We looked back at all the input we had gotten on the last few series of videos as well as paid attention to what questions were asked most common when customers were shopping for a machine and added chapters or scenarios to address those questions. Have a look at the complete video series here: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4ju56j0wCCVIDhcVxoV_kUe1cATiKn_D
 
Our chapter on the machine differences is one thing we definitely were happy to shoot. One of the most common questions is "why this machine over that machine?" or "whats the difference?". Hope this helps explain:
 

 
Enjoy the videos, and stay tuned tomorrow as the Cyclo and 4" Microfiber Pad System is made available for purchase for the first time. 

Yes. Look for the 4" versions in early July. 

Having invested about $2k in the last 60 days with Adam's products, it was a swift kick in the nuts to hear about this new 2-step product that has been in the works for over a year.
 
Thanks guys.

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i give it 2-3 yrs either before a redesign or scrapped

Nice review. I've always considered picking one up, but I'm fine with cleaning pads out by hand. The price has a lot to do with it, as you mentioned. Great video either way.

welcome!!!!
 
 
I will offer this........nothing takes the fun out of something more than having to do it in order to eat.

Just as a side note thats semi-related...
 
Rumor has it we will finally be able to break free from the ITW/Clay Magic patent law on July 28th (barring their lawyers getting more extensions on the patent or other legal maneuvering). I already have a dozen different bars on my desk that are being tested. 
 
Stay tuned! 

"ICE CREAM HERE......GET YOUR ICE CREAM HERE!"
 
 

 
 
Hey guys/gals,
 
A few months back I was contacted by my client to come visit in regards to a purchase he was making on a vehicle that was well out of his style compared to the other ones in his collection. When we finally met for dinner we caught up on things that happened over the winter "detailing" break and discussed our schedule for upcoming work once the temps warmed up here in the Northeast. Then we headed for his garage to see his new toy. When we entered the garage I was taken back by this 1931 Ford Model A Good Humor truck. The white and black color combo was stunning and I immediately felt like I had just traveled back in time.
 
I began inspecting everything almost like I was a kid on Christmas. It's not everyday you come across a collectors item such as this. The previous owner did the entire restoration on two identical Model A's at the same time. During the process everything was well documented with photographs and information which was compiled into an album my client received with the sale. There is even a certificate of authenticity from Good Humor for it's originality and signed by the company's president.
 
An amazing part of this restoration project is the entire refrigeration system was completely updated and fully operational. All that's required is charging the system and once completed it can keep your favorite ice cream flavors icy cold all day long. I found that really impressive to top off an already "cool" little truck (no pun intended).
 
I began to wonder about this other 1 of 2 restored Model A and asked if that one was also sold. We did confirm somebody in California purchased it and was last known to be displayed in a mall somewhere. Knowing how rare this antique is I felt really honored to be able to work on this one.
 
So then came the time to pencil in this little piece of history for work to begin. I had my game plan ready on what areas I needed to focus on and the process involved. And what better way to complete this project than with Adam's Polishes!
 
 
As always let's go over the line up of Adam's Polishes products used for this detail.
 
-Kranzle K 1122TST Cold Water Electric Pressure Washer
-Uber Foamer Cannon Pressure Washer Attachment
-Adam’s All Purpose Cleaner
-Adam’s Fender Brush
-Adam's Deep Clean Tire Scrub Brush
-Adam’s Green Wheel Cleaner
-Adam’s Boulder Blond Boars Hair Wheel Brush
-Adam’s Car Wash Shampoo (With All Purpose Cleaner Strip Wash)
-Adam’s Double Car Wash Grit Guard Bucket Kit & Caddy
-Adam’s Ultimate Merino Wool Car Wash Mitt
-Adam's Lugnut Brush (old & new)
-Adam’s Great White Microfiber Drying Towels
-Adam's Air Force Master Blaster Car Dryer by MetroVac
-Adam's Metal Polish #1
-Adam's Metal Polish #2
-Adam's Microfiber Applicator Pads
-Adam’s Waterless Wash
-Adam’s Waterless Wash Waffle Towels
-Adam’s Super VRT Tire & Trim Dressing
-Adam’s Hex-Grip Pro Tire Dressing Applicator
-Adam’s Edgeless Microfiber Utility Towels
-Adam’s VRT Super Block Dressing Applicators
-Adam’s In & Out Spray
-Adam’s Detailing Clay Bar
-Adam’s Detail Spray
-Adam’s Carpet Cleaning Brush
-Adam's Leather & Interior Cleaner
-Adam's Leather & Interior Cleaning Brush
-Adam’s Glass Cleaner
-Adam’s Glass Cleaning Towels
-Adam’s American Pride Heavy Duty Detailers 50’ Extension Cord
-Flex XC 3401 VRG Polisher
-Adam's Swirl & Haze Remover & Orange Pad
-Adam’s Fine Machine Polish & White Polishing Pad
-Adam’s Brilliant Glaze & Red Machine Pad
-Adam’s Americana Premium Wax & Glaze Applicators
-Adam's Americana Premium Carnauba Paste Wax
-Adam's Single Soft Towels
-Adam's Double Soft Towels
-Adam’s Pro Detailers Cart
-Adam’s Rolling Detail Seat
 
 
 
BEFORE
 
 
Overall the entire vehicle was covered in light dirt/heavy dust. Here are some of the shots capturing the task at hand.
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
ENGINE CLEAN UP
 
 
Well.......there's not much to this one. Nothing shiny or pretty, just all around simple. So tackling this area took a bucket with some APC and CS mixed around and a bottle of Waterless Wash to go over everything with the old style lug nut brush that I've designated for engine compartments (I like to keep the new one for wheels). I wasn't trying to achieve something amazing on this area of the detail. Just focused on getting the dirt and grime removed.
 
 

 

 

 

 
 
 
METAL POLISHING
 
 
After the wash was completed and all the panels were dry I pulled her into the garage to work on some areas that needed some attention. For this there is nothing better than the ultimate #1 - #2 punch that we all know and love from Adam's. I originally wanted to work on these areas with the 4" Focus Pads and a cordless drill, however my drill was unavailable at the time. Don't you just love when your friends borrow your tools...."I'll bring it back tomorrow"......ya, okay! So I simply did everything by hand.  
 
I also brought out the Adam's Revive Polish as well which worked excellent on certain parts.
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
CLAYING & POLISHING
 
 
When it was time to remove all the contaminants from the paint I spent a good amount of time focusing on the fenders. The both spare tires were removed to allow me to get into all the tight areas. Here is a shot of the clay bar after just one of the fenders!
 
 

 
 
 
I tried to capture some of the paints condition before polishing, however the lighting and the camera were not liking one another and this is the only shot you can see what I was going to be up against.
 
 

 
 
 
It was now time to bring out the Flex 3401 and some SHR. I knew from the condition of the paint and the haze present this was going to be a perfect match to know out that dull faded color to an ultimate shine!
 
 

 
 
 
After a pass on the fenders you can see the color transfer onto the pad due to the single stage paint. I knew this pad was going to be trashed by the days end. Thankfully I have a ample supply of these bad boys. Time to keep rolling.
 
 

 
 
 
After one pass with SHR I was very pleased with the results achieved. So I moved on to FMP and the white pad to really bring that shine back. Again, sorry for not being able to get a better shot besides using the flash of the camera.
 
 

 

 

 

 
 
 
LSP & RESULTS
 
 
I didn't really document things after the polishing process, however I moved onto the white areas of the paint (with a new set of pads, of course) followed by an IPA wipe down. From there I applied some Brilliant Glaze with the red pad and topped her off with some Americana. All that was left was to snap some shots of the results.
 
For these shots, I wanted to make sure I took as many as I can so there are some outside and some inside for your viewing pleasure!
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
Thanks for taking the time to view this write up. As mentioned prior, it was quite the honor being able to work on such a rare vehicle. And none of this would have been possible without the amazing staff and products of ADAM'S POLISHES!

I broke out my pressure washer and foam lance/cannon this weekend with the Adams Car Shampoo for the first time and I love the smell! The cannon worked pretty good too...
 
Everything Adams makes smells good!

Oh boy,, I guess being still at 10 is not a good thing.....